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How much does a babysitter cost in Brooklyn Park, MN in 2026?
In Brooklyn Park, MN, the average babysitter earns about $17.38 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $695/week or $3,013/month. Most Brooklyn Park families pay somewhere in the $11–$21/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 25 live babysitter listings in Brooklyn Park on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $695
- Monthly
- $3,013
- Annual
- $36,150
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What drives the price
Most Brooklyn Park families pay somewhere in the $11–$21/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.
Experience
Number of kids
| 1 kid (baseline) | $17.38 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.38 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.38+ |
Hours & schedule
| Weekday 9–5 (standard) | — |
|---|---|
| Evening/weekend | +$2–4/hr |
| Last-minute | +$3–5/hr |
Also factor in: live-in vs. live-out · household duties beyond childcare · driving · cooking · travel.
How do Brooklyn Park babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Brooklyn Park runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Brooklyn Park, MN typically costs about 5% less than the Minnesota average of $18/hour and 8% less than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Brooklyn Park, MN |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Park, MN | $17/hr | — |
| Minnesota | $18/hr | +6% |
| United States | $19/hr | +8% |
Where Brooklyn Park, MN fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $16.87/hour in Mankato to $20.17/hour in Minneapolis.
Below: how each compares to the Brooklyn Park, MN average of $17.38/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Brooklyn Park, MN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minneapolis | $20.17 | +16% | |
| 2 | Maple Grove | $19.66 | +13% | |
| 3 | Saint Paul | $19.15 | +10% | |
| 4 | Lakeville | $19.12 | +10% | |
| 5 | Rochester | $18.99 | +9% | |
| 6 | Woodbury | $18.82 | +8% | |
| 7 | St. Cloud | $17.64 | +1% | |
| 8 | Blaine | $17.33 | — | |
| 9 | Duluth | $17.11 | -2% | |
| 10 | Mankato | $16.87 | -3% |
Tips to find a great babysitter without overpaying
- Be flexible on experience. Some of the best babysitters on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced babysitters with 10+ years. References matter more than years.
- Consider a share. If your kids are similar ages and you live near another family, a share is the single biggest cost reduction available without compromising on care.
- Be specific about hours upfront. Most babysitters will take a slightly lower rate for a guaranteed steady schedule than for a higher-rate, unpredictable one.
- Bundle benefits thoughtfully. Two weeks PTO, a health stipend, transit passes, education assistance, or an annual raise commitment can help close the gap with families offering a higher hourly rate.
- Match rate to responsibilities. A higher rate often makes sense once you add cooking, errands, or driving. Don't compare apples to oranges across listings.
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How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Brooklyn Park, MN
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse babysitter profiles in Brooklyn Park, MN
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.
- 03
Schedule a phone call, then a paid trial day
Trial days feel awkward at first — that's normal. They're the best way to see how a babysitter fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your babysitter
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Available babysitters in Brooklyn Park, MN
25 active listings in Brooklyn Park
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Nanny Sharon
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I recently graduated early from undergrad with a triple major. I was a full time nanny before I started school and I am looking forward to hearing from you.
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Nanny Antoinette
Nanny Antoinette
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I'm a 19-year-old college student from Virginia State University, and I'm actively seeking a summer job where I can genuinely make a difference. I understand that many families are facing challenges right now, and I'm eager to offer my support wherever it's needed most.
I'm incredibly versatile and can assist with a wide range of tasks. Whether it's helping with household chores like cooking and cleaning, or providing engaging childcare, I'm ready to step in. I absolutely love spending time with kids – I'm very down-to-earth, enjoy playing with them, and am happy to be active outdoors or just hang out and chill. My rates are flexible and can be discussed, and I'm more than happy to meet with you and your children beforehand to ensure a comfortable and positive fit.